• Discovered and mathematically modeled a novel method to control how mammalian cells (epithelial and stem cells) either adhered to or repelled from certain surfaces• Developing a portfolio of application for the above novel technology, based on discussions with clinicians• Designed and built a BSL-2 facility for bio-engineering experiments to further develop discovered technologies for commercialization• Mentor for graduate students and interns

• Communicated the pre-clinical research needs to engineers from IMRE (A*STAR) and T2 Integrated Solutions Pte. Ltd, as well as with chemists from ICES (A*STAR); established a robust system aimed towards the application of targeted phototherapy against melanomas; 2 IPs acquired for the lab • Developed a procedure to direct the differentiation of embryonic stem cells (hESCs) into peripheral sensory neurons based on a modified version of the Studer protocol • Designed and prototyped a co-culture platform to elucidate the interactions between sensory fibers and keratinocytes – to better understand human skin hypersensitivity; Discovered and published that nerve fibers form intimate physical interactions with keratinocytes • Collaborated with Esco Micro Pte. Ltd. to conceive and develop a modified tissue-culture incubator for uninterrupted transmission via electrical cables and microfluidic channels between control systems inside and outside the incubator• Improved stem cell culture conditions by working with NUS Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Institute to develop an array of novel inorganic bio-adaptive surfaces to control (enhance or inhibit) cell growth• Communicated research findings and technologies to potential collaborators, technology licensees and grant agencies • Aided team in the establishment of Ca2+ imaging and electrophysiology capabilities within the lab

• Worked on the development for different licensed (engineering and biology related) technologies for eventual commercialization• Driven towards meeting established governing standards (e.g. ISO 13485 for devices, CE, etc.) • Coordinated and documented the transfer of technology to The Biofactory; accounted for the materials, methods and the scientific principles which govern the working of these licensed technologies• Evaluated and advised team, based on market analysis, technical feasibility and company’s available resources, on the feasibility of technologies to be licensed in and developed for commercialization • Communication liaison between biologists, engineers and business development team• Mentored the progress of four student interns in their projects to aid the development of licensed technologies based on predefined goals and milestones • Drafted Proof of Concept / Proof of Value grant applications for the funding of developing technologies• Communicated the company’s strengths and capabilities to external parties for collaborations and funding